Christofle Et Cardeilhac - 6 Table Knives - Brienne - Silver

Superb set of 6 table knives with filled silver handle and steel blade in the "Brienne" model Near new condition Some micro scratches No monogram Christofle and Cardeilhac goldsmiths' hallmarks in Paris on each piece Minerva hallmark 1st title (925/1000e) 6 table knives Excellent condition 24 cm 90 g. x 6 Other pieces in the model available ----------------------------------------------- History of Maison CHRISTOFLE (1830 - ...) Charles Christofle founded the company in 1830 The symbol is "OC with a bee and 3 stars" Emperor Napoleon III ordered official table services for the Empire from Christofle in 1851. His titles of Goldsmith to the King and Supplier to the Emperor allowed the house, which had become famous, to be solicited by foreign sovereigns such as the Emperor of Mexico or the Tsar of Russia. Today, the brand that perpetuates its notable orders, is also a supplier to the Palais de l'Elysée in Paris. History of Maison Cardeilhac Goldsmith established by Antoine-Vital Cardeilhac in 1804 and located at 4 rue du Roule. He recorded hallmarks in 1817, 1820 and June 20, 1829. The symbol is "a crowned cross of the Legion of Honor and a crescent below". The house was managed from 1851 to 1885 by his son Armand-Edouard. In 1885 Ernest Cardeilhac, his grandson, took over the management of the house. It was with him that the production of gold and silver goldsmith pieces began. Amélie, widow of Armand-Edouard Cardeilhac, continued the activities of the house from 1904 to 1913 at 24 place Vendôme for the manufacture of gilt and silverware and from 1904 to 1920 at 91 rue de Rivoli for goldsmithing. Then in 1920 Ernest Cardeilhac's two sons, Jacques and Pierre, took over until 1951 when the company was amalgamated with the Christofle house.